10 huge roster decisions facing MLS clubs (non-free agents)

Gallese, a 32-year-old Peruvian international goalkeeper, is reportedly in talks with Orlando City about signing a new deal to return to the club he’s starred for since 2020.

Historically, it’s been shot-stopping. According to American Soccer Analysis, Gallese finished his first two seasons in MLS with a positive shot-stopping goals added output. He finished ninth among goalkeepers with at least 1,000 minutes in goals added’s shot-stopping category in 2021. This past year, though, was a down year: Gallese finished with a negative shot-stopping value, which is a concern.

This might be a slight overreaction given that goalkeepers can play well into their 30s, but Orlando might want to look for a new No. 1. Gallese’s dip during 2022, mixed with his age, scares me a bit. Still, factoring in his track record, I would understand bringing him back as the reigning Open Cup champions enter their first-ever Concacaf Champions League.